Guidance

Create and submit compartment maps and spatial data

Find out how to create and submit accurate compartment maps and spatial data, such as shapefiles, for the Forestry Commission.

• From: Forestry Commission
• Published: 19 December 2025

Applies to England

Documents

Requirements for creating compartment maps

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Requirements for creating spatial data

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Details

You need maps to support your woodland management plan or felling licence application.

These guides explain what is required when submitting compartment maps and spatial data to the Forestry Commission.

Published 19 December 2025